Michael Kovacs

Q: iPhoto Masters file same as Photos Masters file? If not, can I delete the iPhoto Masters file to gain space?

I'm cleaning up my system, and was hoping someone can tell me if my iPhoto Masters file was separate altogether from the new Photos Masters files?  Do these two files communicate with one another, or are they completely independent of one another?  I use Photos now, and I assume it pulls my photos from its own Masters file.  Can I safely delete the iPhoto Masters file without losing any photos?  The iPhoto Masters file is approx. 113GB, and the Photos Masters file is approx. 140GB, so I assume they stand independent of one another.  I appreciate the help.  Thanks!

iMac, Mac OS X (10.7.3)

Posted on Feb 20, 2016 2:53 PM

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